23 Different Types of Strawberries
Summary
TLDRStrawberries, originating from the Americas and part of the rose family, are enjoyed by Americans with an annual consumption of 1.54 kg per person. They come in 23 types, including day neutral, ever-bearing, and June-bearing, each with unique fruiting periods. Varieties like Albion, All-Star, and Hood are popular for their size, flavor, and disease resistance. From the sweet and small Alpine to the large and firm Diamante, strawberries offer a diverse range of tastes and uses, from fresh eating to preserves.
Takeaways
- 🍓 Strawberries come from the Fragaria plants and belong to the rose family.
- 🌱 An average strawberry contains about 200 seeds and can reproduce through runners or form matted colonies that may live up to 50 years.
- 🌍 Strawberries are native to North and South America and were enjoyed by indigenous peoples.
- 🍽️ Americans consume an average of 1.54 kg of strawberries per year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
- 🌱 Every U.S. state and Canadian province grows strawberry plants.
- 📅 Day neutral strawberries have three fruiting periods: early June, mid-July, and late August.
- 🌞 Ever-bearing strawberries bear fruit with modest crops and continue until late summer with 12 hours of daylight.
- 📆 June-bearing strawberries are the most common in the U.S., blooming in June and producing one large crop.
- 🍓 Basic varieties include Albion, All-Star, Alpine, Aroma, Camino Real, Diamante, Garden, Hood, and Sweet Charlie strawberries.
- 🌟 Albion strawberries are day neutral with large, firm fruit and high disease resistance.
- 🍰 Diamante strawberries are known for their large size and great flavor, ideal for pies and preserves.
- 🌿 Garden strawberries are the most common in the U.S., known for their traditional taste and durability in various conditions.
- 🍦 Hood strawberries, originating from Oregon, are used for premium ice cream and are excellent for jams and preserves.
Q & A
What type of plants do strawberries come from?
-Strawberries come from the Fragaria plants and belong to the rose family.
How many seeds does an average strawberry contain?
-An average strawberry contains about 200 seeds.
Can strawberries reproduce through runners or another method?
-Yes, strawberries can reproduce by runners and can also form matted colonies.
What is the lifespan of a strawberry plant colony?
-Strawberry plant colonies can survive up to 50 years.
Where are strawberries native to?
-Strawberries are native to North and South America.
How much do Americans consume strawberries on average per year?
-Americans eat an average of 1.54 kgs of strawberries per year.
What are the three types of basic strawberry types mentioned in the script?
-The three basic types of strawberries mentioned are day neutral, ever-bearing, and June-bearing strawberries.
What is unique about day neutral strawberries in terms of fruiting periods?
-Day neutral strawberries have three separate periods where they peak at fruiting: early June, mid-July, and late August.
Why are June-bearing strawberries the most common type planted in the United States?
-June-bearing strawberries are the most common type planted in the United States because they produce one very large crop during June, which is their blooming period.
What are some of the varieties of June-bearing strawberries mentioned in the script?
-Some varieties of June-bearing strawberries mentioned are the Jewel and the All-Star.
Which type of strawberry is known for its exceptionally large size and great flavor?
-The Diamante strawberry is known for its exceptionally large size and great flavor.
What is special about the Hood strawberry variety?
-The Hood strawberry variety, originating from Oregon, is known for its short season, glossy red fruit, and high quality, making it excellent for jams and preserves.
What is the color and taste of Sweet Charlie strawberries?
-Sweet Charlie strawberries have an orange-red color on the outside and orange streaks with white on the inside, and they have a very distinct sweet taste due to a high sugar to acid ratio.
Are wild strawberries poisonous?
-No, wild strawberries are not poisonous, but they are much smaller than normal strawberries and have a different taste compared to the Indian mock strawberry plant which has yellow flowers.
Outlines
🍓 Strawberry Varieties and Characteristics
This paragraph introduces the diversity of strawberry types, which originate from the Fragaria plants and are part of the rose family. It highlights that an average strawberry contains around 200 seeds and can either reproduce through seeds or runners, forming long-lasting matted colonies. The paragraph also notes the historical and cultural significance of strawberries in North and South America and their popularity in the U.S., where the average consumption is 1.54 kgs per person annually. Different types of strawberries are described, including day neutral, ever-bearing, and June-bearing varieties, each with unique fruiting patterns. Additionally, several specific varieties are mentioned, such as Albion, All-Star, Alpine, Aroma, Camino Real, Diamante, Garden, Hood, and Sweet Charlie, each with distinct features like size, flavor, and disease resistance.
🌿 Wild Strawberries and Misconceptions
The second paragraph addresses common misconceptions about wild strawberries, clarifying that they are not poisonous, contrary to what some might believe. It distinguishes the Indian Mock Strawberry, which has yellow flowers and a less appealing taste compared to regular strawberries. The paragraph also briefly mentions the presence of wild strawberries in open fields and woodlands, suggesting that they offer more than just a smaller size variation of cultivated strawberries, though the full extent of this point is not elaborated upon due to the abrupt end of the paragraph.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Strawberries
💡Frigaria Plants
💡Seeds
💡Runners
💡Day Neutral Strawberries
💡Ever-Bearing Strawberries
💡June-Bearing Strawberries
💡Albion Strawberries
💡Aroma Strawberries
💡Wild Strawberries
💡Sweet Charlie Strawberries
Highlights
Strawberries are fruits from the Fragaria plants and belong to the rose family.
An average strawberry contains about 200 seeds that can be used for reproduction.
Strawberry plants can form matted colonies with a lifespan of up to 50 years.
Strawberries are native to North and South America and were enjoyed by indigenous peoples.
Americans consume an average of 1.54 kgs of strawberries per year.
Every U.S. state and Canadian province grows strawberries.
Day neutral strawberries have three separate fruiting periods throughout the summer.
Ever-bearing strawberries bloom with 12 hours of daylight and bear fruit until late summer.
June-bearing strawberries bloom in June and produce one large crop annually.
June-bearing strawberries are the most common type planted in the United States.
Albion strawberries are day neutral with large, firm fruit and high disease resistance.
All-star strawberries are pale but sweet and juicy, ideal for salads.
Alpine strawberries are small French wild strawberries known for their exquisite taste.
Aroma strawberries are large, firm, and produce fruit late in the season.
Camino Real strawberries have dark red, firm fruit with a great flavor and long shelf life.
Diamante strawberries are known for their exceptionally large size and great flavor.
Garden strawberries are the most common type in the U.S., durable and traditionally flavored.
Hood strawberries, originating from Oregon, are used for premium ice cream and have a short season.
Sweet Charlie strawberries have a distinct sweet taste and are favored in southern gardens.
Wild strawberries, found in open fields and woodlands, are not poisonous and have a unique taste.
Transcripts
23 different types of strawberries
strawberries are fruits that come from
the frigaria plants and belong to the
rose family
an average strawberry contains about 200
seeds that can grow to make new plants
or reproduce by runners
the plants can also form matted colonies
that can survive up to 50 years
strawberries are native to north and
south america where they were among the
first fruits to ripen and be enjoyed by
the indigenous peoples
according to the u.s department of
agriculture americans love this fruit so
much that they eat an average of 1.54
kgs a year
every u.s state and canadian province is
also known to grow these plants
basic types
day neutral strawberries
these types of strawberries have three
separate periods where they peak at
fruiting
these include early june mid july and
late august
this allows for a crop that is spread
out nicely allowing you to enjoy these
strawberries for a very long time
ever-bearing strawberries
ever-bearing strawberries have modest
crops but as soon as you get 12 hours of
daylight they can start blooming
they also continue bearing fruit until
late in the summer so you can look
forward to having fresh strawberries for
many months in a row june bearing
strawberries
as a general rule these strawberries
bloom in june hence their name and they
produce one very large crop during that
time frame
they sometimes bear fruit a little
earlier or later than june but most of
them stick to that particular month
the june bearing strawberries are the
most common type of strawberries planted
in the united states and they include
varieties such as the jewel and the
all-star
basic varieties
albion strawberries
these are day neutral strawberries with
very large firm fruit
they have numerous runners and are very
resistant to disease
all-star strawberries
these strawberries are usually paler
than other varieties but they are very
sweet and juicy
perfect to use in salads the all-star
strawberry has a perfect strawberry
shape and is very firm
it makes a perfect choice for the home
garden because it holds its size very
well as compared to other types of
strawberries
alpine strawberries
these are small but very sweet wild
strawberries that come from france
in fact they are typically no larger
than a small fingernail although their
taste is exquisite
aroma strawberries
aroma strawberries are delicious large
firm and have great color and sheen
they even produce fruit late in the
season and they produce lots of it as
well
camino real strawberries
camino real strawberries have dark red
fruit that is very firm and has a great
flavor and long shelf life
although smaller than other types of
strawberries they produce a lot of fruit
at a time when other types of
strawberries are going dormant
diamante strawberries
these strawberries are very large and
flavorful and they have a bright red
sheen
in fact the diamante strawberries are
known for their great flavor and their
exceptionally large size
if you want the perfect strawberry for
pies or preserves this is one to
consider
they also taste great when covered in
chocolate or otherwise eating fresh
garden strawberries
this is the most common type of
strawberry in the united states and they
are large very sturdy and taste like a
traditional strawberry
moreover these strawberries are so
durable that they can grow in almost any
type of conditions making them a little
easier to grow than other types of
strawberries
hood strawberries
originating from oregon their season is
relatively short only a few weeks which
means you need to grab them quickly if
you wish to grow this type of strawberry
in the pacific northwest these are the
types of strawberries most used for
premium ice cream and it has glossy red
fruit that gets a tad darker when it's
fully ripe
hood strawberries are sweet and high in
quality and among their many other uses
they are excellent for jams and
preserves
sweet charlie strawberries
sweet charlie strawberries are an orange
red color on the outside but have orange
street with white on the inside
they have a high sugar to acid ratio and
therefore a very distinct sweet taste
they are not only very tasty but also a
beautiful shade of red
they produce a lot of fruit and are a
favorite in southern gardens
wild strawberries
wild strawberries are found in open
fields and woodlands but they are much
more than just smaller than normal
strawberries
contrary to what many people think wild
strawberries are not poisonous although
the plant known as the indian mock
strawberry which has yellow flowers
instead of white ones doesn't taste as
good as the regular strawberries do
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